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A delicious plate of Easy Lemon Dump Cake

Easy Lemon Dump Cake

A delightfully simple and tangy dessert, this Lemon Dump Cake comes together with minimal effort and is perfect for any occasion, requiring just a few ingredients.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Cake, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 box lemon cake mix Any brand of yellow or lemon cake mix will work well.
  • 1 can lemon pie filling A standard 21 oz can provides the perfect tart base.
  • 8 oz cream cheese Ensure it's fully softened to spread easily over the pie filling.
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter Melt gently and drizzle evenly for a golden crust.
  • desired g Vanilla ice cream A scoop of vanilla ice cream complements the warm cake beautifully.
  • desired g Whipped cream For a lighter touch, serve with a dollop of fresh whipped cream.

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch Baking Dish

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). No need to grease or flour a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. Pour the entire can of lemon pie filling into the baking dish and spread evenly.
  3. Dollop the softened cream cheese over the lemon pie filling, spreading it out slightly or leaving in dollops.
  4. Sprinkle the dry lemon cake mix evenly over the cream cheese and pie filling layers.
  5. Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the dry cake mix, ensuring good coverage.
  6. Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and bubbling. A toothpick inserted should come out clean.
  7. Let the cake cool for at least 15-20 minutes before serving warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Notes

This easy dump cake is a fantastic dessert for potlucks or quick weeknight treats. Adjust cooling time for desired warmth, as it's delicious served warm or at room temperature.